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Pencillings: Little Essays on Literature
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Letters & EssaysLiterary Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025897615
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 294
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Pencillings; Little Essays on Literature is a sophisticated collection of critical ruminations by the renowned English critic John Middleton Murry. Comprising a series of brief yet profound essays, this work explores the nuances of literary craft, the nature of style, and the enduring power of the written word. Murry, a significant figure in early 20th-century intellectual circles, brings his keen analytical eye to a wide range of topics, from the intricacies of poetry to the broader philosophical underpinnings of great literature.
Each essay in Pencillings; Little Essays on Literature functions as a window into the mind of a critic deeply engaged with both the classics and the burgeoning modernist movement of his time. The title suggests the intimate and spontaneous nature of these observations, yet they remain grounded in deep scholarship and a passionate commitment to the humanities. This collection serves as an essential resource for those interested in the evolution of literary criticism and the cultural landscape of the early 20th century. Readers will find in these pages a timeless defense of literature as a vital human endeavor, articulated with the clarity and elegance that defined Murry's influential career.
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